Discover lessons that balance theory and innovation while adapting to your personal learning journey.
Private lessons - Patrick Willse
Bachelors degree
$32
/ hour
Fun and relaxed guitar classes
90% Students enjoy learning without feeling pressured
Boosts confidence in shy learners
88% parents notice improved self-esteem and stage presence
Customized guitar classes for every level
Beginners to advanced players feel the pace suits their needs
About your guitar teacher
Hello, I am Patrick Willse and I am an active professional performing and recording multi-instrumentalist based in Asheville, North Carolina. I have been teaching guitar and electric bass for the past 15 years, I am more than capable of teaching all aspects of Guitar, Bass, Music Theory. Specializing in classical and flamenco fingerstyle technique and slap bass technique, I can share my expertise with all ages and skill levels, from children to adults, beginners to advanced players alike. I teach a wide variety of styles of music, Classical, Rock, Blues and more with a focus toward reading notation and understanding theory, scales, and modes in the language of Jazz. With a particular eye toward a student based teaching style, I craft my lessons toward each students' wants, goals, and needs. Let's strum our way to musical excellence together!
Your guitar teacher specialities
Guitar Techniques
Scales and Modes
Music theory
Songs and Repertoire
Guitar for beginners
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Chords and Rhythms
Ear training
Guitar lessons overview
I specialize in teaching guitar and bass to a diverse range of hundreds of students, ranging from children to adults of every skill level. I rely on a student-based teaching approach which incorporates the creative application of music theory and reading to foster a stronger relationship between the student and this beautiful thing that is music. I personalize lesson instruction using tech tools like DAWs, notation, and chord diagram apps to enhance learning both online and offline. My tailored curriculum follow IB standards, ensuring a comprehensive musical education. My methodology strength lies in creative yet practical application, fostering a deep understanding of music, and nurturing the lifelong passion for playing guitar or bass. I strongly believe that the concepts of patience, practice, and persistence are key to learning any instrument and cultivate the difference between practice and play.
Student types for guitar lessons
Adults
Beginners
Kids
Intermediate
Advanced
Interactive guitar lessons
Record lessons
Note taking
Parent feedback
Mobile joining
Open Q&A
Teaching tools used in guitar classes
DAWs
Looping Pedals
PDF Sheet Music
Guitar Tuner Apps
Backing Track Libraries
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Types of guitar lessons
Guitar
Acoustic Guitar
Electric Guitar
Classical Guitar
Bass Guitar
Free lesson slots
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Guitar concept taught by Patrick
Patrick gave Erskine a guitar lesson that covered chord transitions, strumming techniques, and an introduction to power chords. Erskine practiced chord changes with rests, strumming patterns, and the F power chord shape. Patrick assigned scale and chord exercises for daily practice and they began working on the song "Savior."
Chord Progressions
Chord Changes
Power Chords
Rhythm and Strumming
Patrick Willse guided Zachary Shrout through guitar techniques for the song "Better Together," focusing on chord changes, strumming patterns, and simplifying chord voicings. Zachary practiced chord transitions and received guidance on proper fingering for bar chords. Patrick assigned Zachary the task of playing the chord progression with eyes closed to internalize the fretboard and will send additional chord layout materials.
Strumming Patterns
Chord Density
Barre Chords
Mental Mapping
Patrick tutored Eddie on guitar, covering music theory, fretboard mechanics, and Delta blues techniques. Eddie learned about the treble clef, musical notation, and call-and-response patterns in the A minor pentatonic scale. Patrick will send Eddie tabs for the lesson, and they rescheduled their next session for Thursday at 3 PM.
Minor Blues Scale
Call and Response in Blues
Fretboard as a Grid
Note Divisions
Patrick taught Jessica Flamenco guitar techniques, including strumming, chord progressions (E, Am, Dm, G7, C/G, Bdim, Dm9, Am bar, G, E, Fmaj7), and specific techniques like "Apiao" and "Fria" (possibly "Frillo"). He focuses on proper finger placement, hand positioning, pressure control, and rhythm, emphasizing practice, patience, and comfort.
Flamenco Strumming
G7 Chord (Spanish Style)
Frio Technique
Chord Pressure
Patrick taught Zachary guitar, focusing on chromatic warm-ups, basic music theory, and learning to play a Jack Johnson song. Zachary practiced chord transitions and strumming patterns. Patrick will send a transcription of the song with the strumming pattern and an exercise for improving chord transitions.
Chromatic Warm-up
Guitar Positions
Musical Density
C/B Chord
Patrick Willse guided Jessica Garan through flamenco guitar fundamentals, focusing on PIMA finger designations, hand positioning, bar chord techniques, and flamenco strumming. Jessica practiced forming F major and minor chords and explored chord theory. Patrick will send "Romansa" as an exercise, and Jessica will book another session next week.
Hand as a Box of Tools
Flamenco Strumming (Gulp)
Chord Inversions
Flamenco Hand Position